Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $180 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 19/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Google Pixel 7a
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 193g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $180
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Google Pixel 7a scores 19 points higher (38/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $180 | $135 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $45. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $45.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (67/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.